Request Interceptor

Name: Request Interceptor
Rating: 4.12280701754386 (57 reviews)
Author: Vinay Kaparthi

Intercept Requests and add custom rules to modify request/response headers, block/redirect requests, modify query params.

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Request Interceptor is a powerful Chrome extension designed for developers and power users to intercept and manipulate HTTP requests and responses. With this tool, you can create custom rules to efficiently redirect or block HTTP requests, throttle the response speed of static resources, and add, modify, or delete request and response headers. Additionally, it offers the ability to alter HTTP query parameters on the fly, providing enhanced control over web traffic. This extension streamlines debugging, testing, and customizing web interactions, making it an indispensable utility for web development and network analysis.

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Version:

1.6.0 Last updated: 2023-10-23

Creation date:

2020-06-01

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Permissions:

tabs
webRequest
webRequestBlocking
http://*/*
https://*/*
storage
unlimitedStorage

Size:

1.89MB

Email:

vi*****@gmail.com

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Source:

Chrome Web Store

Data ingested on:

2025-07-19

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Ranking

# 7,635 ▼ 25

Other rankings

#729 in Developer Tools ▼ 2 #6 in request keyword 22 ▼ 1 #33 in modify keyword 41 ▼ 2 #48 in response keyword 13 ▼ 3 #282 in delete keyword 15 ▼ 8

Other platforms

Request Interceptor (v1.5.0)

758 3.79

(14)

Request Interceptor (v1.2.0)

1,537 4.80

(4)

User reviews

Users find 'Request Interceptor' to be a friendly and effective tool for adding headers and redirecting requests, especially for static assets. However, many users express frustration due to lack of documentation, inability to modify response bodies or request payloads, and some usability issues like having to refresh pages manually or unclear interface controls. The extension is free and well-regarded but would benefit from enhanced features and better user guidance.

Pros

The extension is easy to use and has a friendly interface.
It allows adding custom headers and redirecting requests effectively.
It is a free tool with comprehensive functions.
Works well for replacing static assets.
Highly praised as an impressive and useful tool by multiple users.

Cons

Lacks functionality to modify response body or request payload.
No clear documentation or guidance on how to use the features.
Interface could be improved; some users find it confusing or not obvious (e.g., save button, activation toggle).
Does not work automatically on new tabs; requires manual page refresh to apply headers.
Cannot dynamically modify parts of the URL using regex or dynamic values, only static URLs are supported.

Recent reviews

Awesome plugin

Ak*****, 2025-02-06

The tool is impressive; however, there's a minor bug: when you click on a link from a different page, such as GitHub, it doesn't activate automatically. You need to refresh the page manually to add the custom headers. maybe it just doesn't work on newly created TAB, but I'm not sure

Al*****, 2024-06-17

非常不错

*****, 2024-04-26

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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Request Interceptor requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

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Request Interceptor has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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